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UPCOMING EVENTS

Trail Running, Adventure Racing, Mountain Biking and more...

Active Escapes has become progressively involved with hosting and supporting outdoor events. From adventure racing, mountain bike races and trail running; we have our finger on the pulse of what gets competitive adrenalin pumping.

One of our key-stone events is the Jikeleza Jog, a 3 day multi-stage event held on the lower section of the Wild Coast. Traversing 80km of Indian Ocean coastline, the Jikeleza Jog is one of the best entry level races for first time event trail runners and those making the switch from road running to trail running. The Jikeleza Jog is an annual event, and is always held over a weekend of a full moon to take advantage of spring low tides and hardpack beaches. It is an exceptional athletic experience, and one that we are proud to have developed and made possible.

All Active Escape events are posted on the Wild Trails website, and it's worth subscribing to our newsletter to keep on top of what is happening all year round. enquire with Active Escapes




   
problem solving on the Karkloof adventure race ferry crossing on the Jikeleza Jog trail run, Wild Coast trail runners runners legs ziplocking valuables on a river crossing - Jikeleza Jog refreshment table on adventure race


    UPCOMING EVENTS


  • running along hardpack beaches on the Jikeleza Jog

    JIKELEZA JOG »

    Run wild along miles of empty beaches and hills, following the paths of sure-footed cattle and fisherman as your trail, on the 3 day Jikeleza Jog from Mazeppa Bay - Cintsa, 5-9 May 2012

  • Rhino peak in the distance on the Giants Cup Hiking trail

    GIANTS CUP TRAIL-RUN

    This trail in the Southern Berg, is accessible by road at a few key points, which means that trail runners are able to run most of the hiking trail over two full days, while their luggage is transferred ahead of them.


Featured Upcoming Events:



The Jikeleza Jog: 5 -9 May, 2012

Eastern Cape – Wild Coast

Nearest City/Airport: East London
Teams: Pairs
Distance: 80km over 3 trail days: 22km, 28km & 30km days
Website: www.wildtrails.co.za

An awesome new trail running event has been established along the lower Wild Coast, specifically aimed at intermediate trail runners and road runners who like to switch between tar and trail! Run free along miles of empty beaches and undulating hills, following the paths of sure-footed cattle and fisherman as your trail. On the 3 day Jikeleza Jog from Mazeppa Bay to Cintsa, competitors will cover some 80kms of wild running terrain; an experience no runner should have to miss.

Held over a full moon weekend from 5-9 May, runners can take advantage of hard-pack beaches, lower chances of rain and comfortable daily temperatures. Whilst the daily distances are intended at making racing teams work for their times with a tactical approach; they will provide a fair but manageable challenge to rookies of the sport.

If this is your first multi-day stage event it's the perfect race to cut your teeth on. Spectacular terrain, doable distances and a fun vibe; it offers ample challenge and contest for all. The route is unmarked and unmanned, but basic maps are provided and keeping the sea on your left will guide you to the finish each day. Participants will race as pairs, with some compulsory check-points to collect enroute. For more in-depth details and to enter please visit our event website: www.wildtrails.co.za